Canadian cycling star Michael Leonard, current time trial champion of Canada, is fully committed to his performance at the Tour de Pologne TT, yet remains tight-lipped about his future team affiliations.
In the world of cycling, the future of Michael Leonard remains a mystery, with speculation swirling about his team for the 2026 season. According to Daniel Benson's Substack, EF Education-EasyPost is the most likely destination for Leonard, but this remains unconfirmed.
As of August 2025, Leonard's team for the 2026 season is yet to be officially confirmed or revealed. He is currently with Ineos Grenadiers for 2025, but his future beyond this year remains uncertain.
Recent interviews around the Tour de Pologne have revealed that Leonard himself is in the dark about his racing schedule for 2026, with no announcements made at that time. A transfer rumors list from July 2025 still shows him linked with Ineos Grenadiers, but no confirmed transfer for 2026 has been made.
Currently participating in the Tour de Pologne, Leonard is focusing on the present, anticipating racing in Sunday's time trial with notable pride due to the opportunity to wear his Canadian National time trial jersey for the first time. The 12-kilometer Pologne time trial is a personal target for Leonard.
The Vuelta is a possibility for everyone at this point, but specific plans are yet to be confirmed. Canada's GP Montréal and GP Québec could be potential races for Leonard in the future.
Leonard's travel to the Tour de Pologne went smoothly, as overseen by teammate Michal Kwiatkowski. After racing the Tour of Austria, Leonard spent two weeks at an altitude camp. He transferred to the Tour de Pologne, where he is racing alongside local star and teammate Kwiatkowski.
The team overall is aiming for a good General Classification (GC) performance with Magnus Sheffield, as well as stages. Leonard and the team hope to race with freedom and be on the front for the entire Tour de Pologne.
The Tour de Pologne will conclude on Sunday with a race against the clock in Wieliczka. Leonard is looking forward to the opportunity to make his mark in the Tour de Pologne next Sunday. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, Leonard is maintaining a positive attitude, having a clear idea of his future, but he is not yet ready to disclose it.
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- Despite the speculation and uncertainty regarding his team for the 2026 season, Michael Leonard is currently immersed in the world of sports, participating in the Tour de Pologne and aiming for a strong performance in the upcoming time trial.
- As talks about his future teams continue, Leonard remains focused on the present, hoping to make his mark in the Tour de Pologne, with potential races like Canada's GP Montréal and GP Québec looming in his future plans.
